TimeSys Introduces LinuxLink Subscriptions for the MIPS32(R) 34K(TM) Core Family; Continuously-updated Embedded Linux Resource Accelerates Embedded Development

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 16, 2006--TimeSys(R) Corporation, the leading developer service provider for the embedded Linux market, today announced the availability of LinuxLink subscriptions for the MIPS Technologies MIPS32(R) 34K(TM) family of cores, an innovative multi-threading solution for high-performance, cost-sensitive embedded applications. LinuxLink by TimeSys(TM) is the first commercial offering to support the majority of embedded developers who build and assemble their own commercial-grade custom Linux platforms. By delivering on-demand access to continuously-updated processor-optimized Linux and components, engineers benefit from a rich development environment and community support.

LinuxLink subscriptions for the MIPS32 34K family are the most recent offerings from LinuxLink by TimeSys. Initial support for the 34K cores is based on the 2.6.15 kernel but with the recent availability of 2.6.16 support with LinuxLink 2nd Edition, an update is planned this month.

The combination of features available exclusively through LinuxLink equips MIPS Technologies' licensees with ongoing access to the most up-to-date embedded Linux resource for the 34K family of cores throughout every stage of development. Licensees of the 34K family of cores can choose among a number of flexible LinuxLink subscription options to receive continuous access to:

-- a 2.6 version of the Linux kernel developed by MIPS Technologies to enhance performance of Linux on the 34K core family

-- the latest patches from TimeSys and MIPS Technologies

-- hundreds of cross-compiled packages

-- a processor-optimized cross-development environment

-- alerts to relevant updates, and

-- Developer Exchange access to interactive support from TimeSys, MIPS Technologies and the Open Source community.

"LinuxLink provides licensees with a commercial source for the latest MIPS-developed Linux optimizations," said Mike Uhler, chief technology officer, MIPS Technologies. "LinuxLink is a unique commercial solution for users building a custom Linux platform to maximize performance of embedded platforms targeting any of the 34K family of cores."

"Designers benefits from the rich development environment and community support available in our new LinuxLink subscriptions for the 34K core family," said Larry Weidman, president and CEO of TimeSys. "We are pleased to extend our long-standing relationship with MIPS by making LinuxLink subscriptions continuously available for their most advanced processor cores."

About the MIPS32(R) 34K(TM) Family

The new 34K core family is designed specifically for multi-threaded workloads. These could be single applications with available explicit threads such as multiple VoIP channels in home applications. Alternatively, it could also be used to merge several single-threaded functions onto a single 34K core - for example, a host-processor running Linux and a DSP running an RTOS in an STB application. The workload-concurrency in network routers and consumer devices such as Digital TV and DVD recorders means that they, too, benefit from the 34K cores.

The extreme flexibility of the 34K cores enables them to run in an SMP-like configuration, which makes them an ideal choice for high-performance imaging devices such as multifunction printers and scanners. Furthermore, the higher application throughput combined with the power-efficiency of the 34K cores make them especially suitable for low-power applications such as digital cameras, mobile handheld devices and portable media players.

About the LinuxLink Subscription for the MIPS32 34K Core Family

LinuxLink subscriptions for the MIPS32 34K core family are available now. More information is available at http://www.timesys.com/processor/mips.htm.

About TimeSys Corporation

TimeSys is the leading developer service provider for the embedded Linux market, delivering LinuxLink subscriptions that empower developers to rapidly and efficiently create their own commercial-grade custom Linux platform. The continuously updated cross-compiled components, information and systems offered through LinuxLink subscriptions are aggregated from the open source community, semiconductor manufacturers and TimeSys and hosted in the TimeSys Network. For more information, visit www.timesys.com.